Go Back
–+ servings
Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken

Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken: A Sweet Tropical Delight

Experience the tropical flavors of Brown Sugar Pineapple Chicken in this quick and delicious dinner recipe.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts/Thighs Choose thighs for juiciness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For browning the chicken.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark works.
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Opt for gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks (canned, with juice) Include the juice in the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh ginger provides a stronger flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch To thicken the glaze.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Optional for serving.

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Brown the chicken for about 4 minutes on each side.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
  5. Transfer the browned chicken to the baking dish with pineapple chunks. Pour the glaze evenly over the top.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to caramelize the glaze.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

You can adapt this recipe for a slow cooker by adjusting the cooking times as needed.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!